militante
“militante” means “member” in Spanish. It has 2 different meanings depending on context:
member
Also: activist, rank-and-file member
📝 In Action
El partido pidió el voto de todos sus militantes.
B1The party asked for the vote of all its members.
Es una militante activa de la Cruz Roja.
B2She is an active member of the Red Cross.
Los militantes se reunieron en la plaza para la protesta.
B1The activists gathered in the square for the protest.
active
Also: practicing
📝 In Action
Él es un católico militante.
B2He is a practicing/active Catholic.
Tiene una actitud militante contra la injusticia.
C1She has an active/combative stance against injustice.
Su postura militante le ha traído algunos problemas.
B2His activist-like stance has brought him some problems.
Translate to Spanish
Words that translate to "militante" in Spanish:
active→activist→member→practicing→rank-and-file member→✏️ Quick Practice
Quick Quiz: militante
Question 1 of 3
If someone is a 'católico militante', what does it mean?
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📚 Etymology▼
From the Latin word 'militans', which means 'serving as a soldier'. It comes from 'miles', meaning soldier.
First recorded: 15th century
Cognates (Related words)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is 'militante' always related to the military?
No. While it shares a root with the word 'military', in modern Spanish it almost always refers to being an active member of a political party or a social cause.
What is the difference between 'miembro' and 'militante'?
A 'miembro' is just anyone who belongs to a group. A 'militante' is an active member who participates in events, meetings, and works for the group's goals.
Can I use 'militante' to mean a violent fighter?
It's rare. In English, 'militant' often implies someone armed or aggressive. In Spanish, 'militante' is much more peaceful, usually referring to a registered voter or party worker.